All Obituaries

George John Palmer, 53, of Winter Garden, Florida, passed away on Friday, September 24, 2021. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Richard Flippen, 88, was called to his eternal resting place on September 21, 2021. He entered this world on March 19, 1933 in Miami, FL, born to Arnon and Naomi Flippen. He is survived by his children and family; Jon Flippen (Ok), Scott Stapp (Jacklen), Amanda Stapp, Amiee Stapp, Jamie Harris(Helen), Melinda Bocardo(Luis), and Elizabeth Stuart (Mike). Richard served in the US Navy from 1950 - 1954. A memorial service will be held on October 23, 2021, 2pm at the family residence.

Albert Douglas Neal, 92, of Winter Garden, passed away Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Florida Hospital from heart failure.  He was born March 3, 1929, in Detroit, MI, to Charles and Mary Awizius Mustiatis. Albert served his country during the aftermath of World War II during the Occupation and Restoration of Japan as a member of the US Army.  He was awarded the WWII Victory Medal, the Army of Occupation-Japan Medal, and the Parachute Badge.  He was a retired Electronic...

George Earl Von Waldner, also known as Jeep, Sarge, and even Grandmaster Von Waldner, came into this world on September 19, 1954, at Fort McPherson military base in Atlanta, Georgia, and left on September 13, 2021, when he was welcomed into eternity by his soulmate, Mary Von Waldner. He is survived by his loving children Michelle “Missy” Teague, George “Thumper” Von Waldner, and Kim Booker, as well as his pride and joy five grandchildren. Stephanie Hilliard, Vanessa...

Rita M. Garcia, 70, of Winter Haven, Florida, passed away on Monday, September 13, 2021. Rita was born on May 22, 1951 in Havana, Cuba to Pablo Garcia and Adela Lopez. She is survived by her loving husband Ramon Serrano, three sons, a daughter, and many other family members and friends.  Services will be held Monday, September 20, 2021 with a Visitation at Collison Carey Hand Funeral Home at 12PM, followed by a Graveside Service at Orlando Memorial Gardens at...

Ernest Bernard "Erndog" Crawford, Jr., 57, of Winter Garden, Florida passed away on Friday, September 10, 2021 from complications due to pnuemonia.  He was born October 17, 1963, in Winter Garden, FL, to Connie Crawford and the late Ernest Crawford, Sr.  Ernie served his country as a US Marine.  He was a graduate of West Orange High School and was a Network Field Technician for Internet Data Service Global. He is survived by his loving wife, Edna Gordillo...

Tamara Lyn Miller (Jacob), 47, passed away on Friday, September 10, 2021 at her home in Orlando, Florida after a courageous battle with cancer.  She was born June 15, 1974, in Warren, Michigan. Tammi graduated from Lake Shore High School, St. Clair Shores, Michigan in 1992. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Commercial Parks & Recreation Management from Central Michigan University and moved to Central Florida in 1996 to pursue sunshine and a career in event...

Elena Wilson, 79, of Orlando, passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 16, 11am, at Collison Carey Hand Funeral Home.  The family will receive friends starting at 10am.  Interment will follow at Florida National Cemetery at 2pm.

Martin Hernandez Ruiz passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021 in Ocoee, Florida where he resided most of his life. He was born in Mexico and migrated at a young age to Ocoee, Florida where he worked most of his life. He was a caring loving person that loved to spend time with his family. When he wasn't working he was always with his wife and children. He leaves behind his beloved wife, 5 children, his parents, three sisters, and two brothers. He is preceded in death by his brother,...

Matthew Craig Sherlock, 44, of Clermont, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021 at the Orlando VA Hospital.  He was born May 30, 1977, in Bay Shore, NY, to Craig and Marie Sherlock. Matt was a retired Police Officer and served his country as a member of the US Army. He is survived by his loving wife Michele, Children, Sean, Becca, and Emily; parents, Craig and Marie; siblings, Lisa Mayfield, Christian Sherlock, and Kyle Sherlock; and his faithful dog, Gambit. Funeral services will be...